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You Are Not Alone

If you have recently given birth and you are scared, overwhelmed, or unsure what to do, help is available right now.
You do not have to figure this out by yourself. And you do not have to make any decisions before you are ready.
24/7 Safe Haven Hotline: +1-888-510-2229
Call or text. Free. Confidential. Any time of day or night.
Our operators will help you quickly identify the closest safe haven location to you.
Call/Text the 24/7 Hotline

Start Here: Talk to Someone

If you are not sure what to do, the first step is just a conversation. The Safe Haven hotline is staffed 24 hours a day by trained professionals who can walk you through your options calmly and without judgment.
You do not have to be in crisis to call. You do not have to have anything decided. You can just talk.

Your Options

Every situation is different. Here is what is available to you in Colorado.

Free Confidential Counseling

Colorado Safe Haven funds mental health services so that any parent in this situation can talk to a licensed professional at no cost. This is not about being evaluated or reported. It is about having someone to talk to who understands what you are going through. Cost is not a barrier.
Get Connected to Support

Temporary Placement

If you need time to figure out your next step, Colorado for Kids and the Department of Human Services offer temporary placement resources. This is not adoption. It is a way to make sure your child is cared for while you get the support you need.
Temporary Placement Information

Safe Haven Surrender

If you have considered your options and this is the right decision for you, Colorado law provides a safe, legal, and confidential way to surrender a newborn within 72 hours of birth. No identification. No questions. No criminal charges. You are protected by law.
How Safe Surrender Works - Step by Step

If You or Your Baby Need Medical Attention

If you or your baby need urgent medical care right now, go to the nearest hospital or call 911. Your safety and your baby's safety come first. The hospital can also help guide you through safe surrender if that is the path you choose.

If You Need Help Right Now

Please reach out. You do not have to carry this alone.

24/7 Safe Haven Hotline: 1-888-510-2229

Call/Text the 24/7 Hotline

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